Marriage is a covenant bound by something stronger than blood. It is authored and bound by God alone. The laws of man may have the authority to declare a couple legally married, but in finality, the origin and standards will always belong to the Lord. Jesus said that God created marriage, and as He joined …
Gratitude, a constant state of thankfulness, is one of the most important characteristics of a believer in Christ. A person who has learned how to be thankful in all circumstances is more likely to experience a greater blessing from God and is on track to become a more mature Christian. There are several important things …
Jesus warned us in the Bible to be on guard against all kinds of greed (Luke 12:15 Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.”). Greed can be very unhealthy for human beings. It destroys relationships and makes …
The Holy Spirit is probably the most misunderstood person in the Trinity. As the third person of the Godhead, the Holy Spirit is not to be misconstrued as an impersonal force, power, influence, or ghost, and it’s definitely improper to refer to Him as “it.” He has a mind, emotion, and will. Scripture clearly shows …
People may think water baptism is a certain religious ritual necessary for church membership or salvation. Nowhere does the New Testament specifically express that you have to be baptized to be part of the church or that baptism can save you. In fact, the Bible says that salvation is only through grace by faith. “For …
The Bible is an incredible book, and it covers a lot of life’s topics. The Word of God covers everything from everyday work at the office, taking care of our children, going to church, and even credit card debt! For people who are searching for what the Bible has to say about credit card debt, …
Many of us have imagined what the Garden of Eden looks like. Based on the Bible, such a place is filled with peace, abundance, beautiful scenery and awesome creatures. Both believers and nonbelievers have conducted numerous studies regarding the Garden of Eden. There are some experts who have even suggested an original location of the …
In 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, the Bible lists the essential attributes of real love according to God’s description. It tells us what love is and what it is not. Verse 4 ends with two attributes that are quite similar but not the same: love does not boast, and love is not proud. Boasting is expressing one’s …
Local churches are popping up almost everywhere. We are living in an era when we are “in between churches.” Christians must know the importance of joining a church or local fellowship. (Hebrews 10:25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see …
Have you ever wondered about the will of God? Christians must know how sweet the will of God is. It is important to our Christian living, and it is vital for us to understand it better. Jesus said in Mark 3:35, “whoever does the will of God, he is my brother, and sister and mother” …